Financial Internal Controls Analyst

Financial Internal Controls Analyst

North America Retailer of Energy and Energy Services

Apply effective testing procedures of manual internal controls at a re-performance standard in connection with Management's assessment of the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls

Participate in the design of financial and operational processes, including development of internal controls and evaluation of control environment

Participate in business process reviews with individual Business Process Owners.

Document and map internal control processes within and across departments.

Identify control weaknesses and assess control procedures

Participate in the control remediation process with Business Process Owners, ensuring effective and timely resolution

Assist with the identification of suitable compensating/mitigating controls and process improvements for control deficiencies that sufficiently lower the risk of financial misstatement and improve efficiency

Participate in methodology refinement work to continually evolve the Controls Group framework and program

Assist in the development of training materials and facilitate training sessions for various internal stakeholders

A Bachelor's degree in Accounting or related discipline is required.

Two or more years of internal controls or audit experience is required

CPA, CIA, and/or other qualification/certification is preferred

Big Four accounting firm experience is preferred

Current knowledge of GAAS, GAAP and IFRS is required

The ability to create spreadsheets, perform basic calculations, and manipulate data in Microsoft Excel is required.

Knowledge of Oil & Gas, Energy Trading and Power Generation business terminology is preferred

Excellent analytical and communication skills.

Strong foundation and understanding of finance accounting processes

Ability to complete process maps/documentation, identify and assess risks, identify & evaluate controls, write test plans, gaps, weaknesses in organization's business processes, and suggest remediation recommendations

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal ability to facilitate and influence

Proven analytical and organizational skills

Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks and to give attention to detail, while maintaining timelines

Ability/Willingness to travel up to 20%

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